Human Generated Data

Title

Follis of Romanos I, Constantinople

Date

931-944

People

Coin Constituent: Constantine VII, Byzantine r. 945 - 959

Coin Constituent: Romanos I, Byzantine r. 920 - 944

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Loan from the Trustees of the Arthur Stone Dewing Greek Numismatic Foundation, 35.2005.141

Human Generated Data

Title

Follis of Romanos I, Constantinople

People

Coin Constituent: Constantine VII, Byzantine r. 945 - 959

Coin Constituent: Romanos I, Byzantine r. 920 - 944

Date

931-944

Classification

Coins

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Loan from the Trustees of the Arthur Stone Dewing Greek Numismatic Foundation, 35.2005.141

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-25

Coin 93.9
Money 93.9
Nickel 66.6
Accessories 57.3
Accessory 57.3

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-16

no person 99.9
metalwork 99.2
iron 98.1
rusty 98.1
ancient 97.8
copper 95.7
sculpture 93
old 92.9
one 92.6
retro 92.1
heavy 91.9
prehistoric 91.5
side view 91.4
art 90.5
worn 90.4
round out 89.8
industry 89.7
two 88
antique 87.7
rust 86.5

Imagga
created on 2022-06-25

abalone 100
gastropod 100
mollusk 95.9
invertebrate 71
money 35.8
currency 35
coin 31.5
coins 29.9
organism 26.5
moon 25.2
finance 23.7
cash 22.9
close 22.8
planet 22.1
black 21.1
space 20.2
banking 19.3
bank 18.8
round 18.1
globe 16.7
earth 16.5
metal 16.1
night 16
astronomy 15.6
universe 15.6
object 15.4
financial 15.2
silver 15
global 14.6
dark 14.2
old 13.9
sphere 13.8
pay 13.4
science 13.4
world 13.3
numismatics 12.9
collection 12.6
sky 11.5
historical 11.3
economy 11.1
orbit 10.8
cosmos 10.7
animal 10.5
one 10.5
stars 10.4
savings 10.3
dollar 10.2
full 10.1
star 9.9
collect 9.8
retro 9.8
copper 9.8
galaxy 9.7
business 9.7
finances 9.6
shiny 9.5
shine 9.2
bivalve 9.2
gold 9
wealth 9
satellite 8.9
cent 8.8
surface 8.8
change 8.7
ancient 8.7
commerce 8.4
closeup 8.1
ruble 7.9
crater 7.9
lunar 7.9
solar 7.8
antique 7.8
cloud 7.8
light 7.4
detail 7.2
sun 7.2
sea 7

Google
created on 2022-06-25

Coin 89.3
Currency 87.2
Artifact 85.5
Money 85
Nickel 82.5
Circle 75.5
Money handling 70.3
Cash 70.1
Metal 70.1
Ancient history 68
History 66.6
Antique 65.6
Bronze 65.2
Collectable 63.5
Copper 60.9
Font 59.7
Fashion accessory 56.9
Brass 50.8

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-25

coin 93.8
bronze 72.8
currency 70
money 65.7
cash 56.3
mint 54.8
money handling 54.2

Color Analysis

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-25

a close up of a coin 76.1%
a coin on a table 55%
close up of a coin 54.9%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-06-13

a photograph of a close up of a coin with a picture of a woman on it -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-13

The image depicts two sides of a worn, ancient copper or bronze coin against a black background. The left side (obverse) shows a portrait of a figure, possibly an emperor or ruler, in profile facing right. Surrounding the portrait are faded inscriptions, partially visible but difficult to identify due to wear and corrosion.

The right side (reverse) has heavily worn inscriptions and symbols or images that are less distinct, possibly including architectural features or abstract shapes. The coin exhibits a greenish patina, common to aged metal artifacts, and uneven edges. A scale on the right indicates measurements in centimeters, implying the coin's approximate size.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin. The coin appears to be made of a metal like bronze or copper, suggested by its brown color with areas of greenish patina.

On the left side of the image, the obverse side of the coin displays a profile bust of an emperor or a notable figure. The figure is facing right and is adorned with a laurel wreath or a similar headpiece. There are inscriptions around the bust, although they are not entirely legible due to wear and patina on the coin.

On the right side of the image, the reverse side of the coin features more inscriptions and possibly a figure or symbol, though it is difficult to discern due to the coin's condition. The inscriptions on this side are also partially worn and unclear.

There are scale lines in centimeters on the right side of the image, indicating that this is a photograph of the coin taken for documentation or study purposes.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-19

The image shows two ancient bronze coins. The coins appear to be worn and corroded, with a greenish-brown patina on the surface. The obverse side of the coin on the left features a portrait of what appears to be a ruler or leader, while the reverse side of the coin on the right displays some kind of text or inscription. The coins seem to be from an ancient civilization, though I cannot identify any specific individuals or provide more details about their origins or significance without making assumptions.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-19

This image shows both sides of what appears to be an ancient Roman bronze coin (as). The coin shows significant aging with a dark brown patina and areas of green oxidation typical of ancient bronze. The obverse (left side) appears to show an imperial portrait in profile, though the details are worn. The reverse (right side) shows some text or inscription, though it's quite worn and difficult to read clearly. The coin appears to be photographed against a black background with a measurement scale visible on the right side of the image. This type of professional numismatic photography is common for documenting ancient coins in museum or academic collections.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image presents a pair of ancient coins, likely from the Roman Empire, against a black background. The coins are positioned side by side, with the left coin facing forward and the right coin facing backward.

Left Coin:

  • The left coin features an image of a man's head, possibly Emperor Augustus, in profile.
  • The coin has a circular shape with a flat edge.
  • The surface of the coin is worn and corroded, with visible signs of aging.
  • The coin appears to be made of bronze or copper, with a reddish-brown color.
  • The image of the man's head is surrounded by a wreath or laurel leaves, which are also worn and corroded.
  • The coin has a diameter of approximately 2-3 cm.

Right Coin:

  • The right coin is identical in shape and size to the left coin but faces backward.
  • The back of the coin features an inscription in Latin, which is partially legible due to the corrosion.
  • The inscription appears to read "IMP CAESAR AVG" (Imperator Caesar Augustus), which is consistent with the reign of Emperor Augustus.
  • The coin also features a symbol or mark on the back, which is unclear due to the corrosion.

Background:

  • The background of the image is solid black, providing a neutral and clean backdrop for the coins.
  • A ruler or measuring scale is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that the coins are approximately 2-3 cm in diameter.

Overall:

  • The image provides a clear view of the two ancient coins, showcasing their unique features and historical significance.
  • The coins appear to be well-preserved, considering their age, and offer valuable insights into the art and culture of the Roman Empire.
  • The image is well-lit, with a neutral background that allows the viewer to focus on the coins themselves.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-15

The image depicts two sides of an ancient coin, with a ruler on the right side for scale. The coin is circular and appears to be made of bronze or copper, with a dark brown patina that suggests it has been buried in the ground for a long time.

Coin Details:

  • Obverse (Front): The front side of the coin features a portrait of a man, likely a Roman emperor, with a laurel wreath on his head. The inscription around the edge of the coin is illegible due to wear and tear.
  • Reverse (Back): The back side of the coin has a series of letters and symbols, including what appears to be a cross or a chi-rho symbol. The inscription is also illegible, but it may be a motto or a reference to the emperor's title.

Ruler:

  • Scale: The ruler on the right side of the image shows a scale in centimeters, with markings from 0 to 10 cm. This allows us to estimate the size of the coin.
  • Size: Based on the ruler, the coin appears to be approximately 2-3 cm in diameter.

Background:

  • Color: The background of the image is black, which helps to highlight the details of the coin.
  • Texture: The background appears to be smooth and flat, with no visible texture or pattern.

Overall, the image provides a clear view of the coin's design and features, as well as its size and scale. However, the illegibility of the inscriptions makes it difficult to determine the exact identity of the emperor or the date of the coin.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two ancient bronze coins on a black background. The coins are worn and have inscriptions and images on them. The coin on the left has a profile of a man, possibly a Roman emperor, with the inscription "IMP CAESAR MARCUS AURELIUS ANTONINVS AVG GERM SAR" on the left side and "PONTIF MAXIM TR P COS III" on the right side. The coin on the right has the inscription "SI DEVS NOSTRA" on the left side and "SI DEVS NOBIS" on the right side. The coins appear to be from the Roman Empire era.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image depicts two ancient coins placed on a black background, with a ruler for scale on the right side. The coin on the left appears to be a Roman coin, featuring an image of a person with a laurel wreath on their head. The coin on the right is a Byzantine coin, with Greek text and an image of a cross. Both coins have a reddish-brown color and show signs of wear and tear, indicating their age.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-06-13

Here is a description of the image:

The image displays two sides of a tarnished, ancient-looking coin against a stark black background. To the right of the coin is a measuring stick in centimeters.

On the left coin is a depiction of a figure facing to the left. The figure has a well-defined brow and a suggestion of facial features. A wreath or laurel crowns the head, and there appears to be an inscription along the top edge of the coin, bordering the figure. The coin has an aged, worn appearance.

The right coin side is covered in an inscription and the letters, though worn and faded, are still discernible. The text appears to be arranged in horizontal lines across the coin's surface.

Overall, the coin exhibits signs of significant age and wear, with a patina suggesting oxidation or corrosion.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-06-13

Here is a description of the image:

The image displays two ancient coins, likely made of bronze or copper, against a black background.

  • Coin 1 (Left): This coin depicts a profile of a person, probably an emperor or ruler, facing left. The portrait is surrounded by an inscription in what appears to be Latin script. The coin shows considerable wear, with some areas of the surface showing green corrosion and discoloration. The edges are uneven, suggesting it has been worn down over time.
  • Coin 2 (Right): This coin has an inscription on the back, also in Latin script. The text seems to be arranged in multiple lines. Like the first coin, this one is also worn with visible corrosion.
  • General: Both coins appear to be ancient, with evidence of significant wear and tear. The presence of inscriptions indicates that they were likely used for currency or for propaganda purposes. A cm scale is included next to the coins for size reference.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image shows two sides of an ancient coin, likely from the Roman Empire, given the style and inscriptions.

  1. Obverse (Left Side):

    • The coin features a profile bust of a figure, most likely an emperor or significant historical figure.
    • The figure is facing right and appears to be wearing a laurel wreath, which was a common symbol of victory and authority in Roman times.
    • There is an inscription around the edge of the coin, which is partially legible. The visible letters suggest it could be a name or title, commonly seen on Roman coins.
  2. Reverse (Right Side):

    • The reverse side contains several lines of text, which are typical of Roman coins. The inscriptions are harder to read due to wear and corrosion.
    • There are some symbols or figures within the text, which might represent numerical values or additional iconography.

The coin appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, as indicated by its color and patina. The wear and corrosion suggest it is quite old, consistent with ancient Roman coinage. The scale on the right side of the image provides a reference for the coin's size, indicating it is relatively small, typical of ancient coins.

Text analysis

Amazon

cm
SILES

Google

cm